Free movement-based programs for immigrants to help you discover the places, people, and experiences that make Ottawa feel like home.
Immigrants connected through fitness
movement-based events delivered
Countries represented in our community
We use fitness, sports, and movement to connect people to each other and to Ottawa, creating opportunities for immigrants, residents, and visitors to stay active, meet new people, explore the city, and build a stronger sense of belonging.
We believe finding your people can change how you experience a city or country. Through fitness, sports, and community experiences, we’re helping people connect, explore Ottawa, and feel at home.
Learn more about our storyFrom high-energy workouts and sports experiences to outdoor adventures, social events, and moments worth celebrating, we create welcoming opportunities to move, connect, explore, and experience Ottawa together. Whether you’re new to the city or have called Ottawa home for years, there’s a place for you at The Social Fit Project.
Free, beginner-friendly fitness and sports experiences every week. Stay active, maybe try something new, and keep exploring Ottawa through movement.
Every Saturday • 9:00 AMMore ways to connect beyond the workout. Join us for post-workout coffee, brunches, and monthly socials where you can meet new people, build friendships, and feel more connected to your community.
After Saturday Bootcamps/MonthlyWellness goes beyond the physical. It's financial too. Through our partnership with Blueprint Collective, build financial confidence to make informed decisions about your financial future.
Resources AvailableNigeria
“I look forward to Saturdays because the workouts are fun, motivating, and a great way to connect with others. Highly recommend for anyone looking to stay active while being part of an amazing community.”
Colombia
“The Social Fit Project helped me get through the hardest time of my life. I'm not only getting physically stronger, but emotionally. I am very grateful for this initiative.”
Cameroon
“Social Fit Project feels like a second family where we can count on each other be it for job search, general information or just needing to talk to someone and feeling heard”
Congo
“Grateful for the Social Fit Project because it has allowed me push myself more and has given me a sense of community”
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